Putting useable mirrors on your Jeep

TerryMason

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why installed new mirrors on my CJ7

It felt like I had to readjust my rear view mirror every time I wanted to change lanes, and the passenger side mirror - forget about it. I get envious of the fancy TJ mirrors, and finally decided to do something about it.

What you'll need:
  • Socket set
  • Torx (or star) bits
  • Small wrench (to get up under the
  • windshield)
  • Some friction increasing liquid really
  • helps (Get it from Sears)
 
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I purchased new TJ mirrors from Quadratec.
I wasn't in the mood to drill a bunch of holes in my windshield frame, so I splurged bought some of Sun performance's mirror movers.


It can be really difficult to get the old Torx bolts out. If they break, you may have to drill them out.
 

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Step 2

Once the mirror mover is onyou're really home free. Just put the mirror on, tighten the large nut, and adjust
 

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Step 3

As you can see, the end result is pretty good
 

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Before and after

before and after
 

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Does that hold the passenger mirror out far enough with doors?

This was my solution....

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